Page 108 of When You Stayed

“Now we just need to make sure you two tell Ellie and Taryn.” Laura said with another swipe under eyes.

Ellie was on her way to Europe to dance in a prestigious showcase, but she’d come back for her brother’s wedding, I was sure of it.

“Taryn is still gone, but we wanted to tell you all first.” Royce explained sadly.

I knew things between her and her sister were strained, but it wasn’t until I glanced over at my best friend that I realized how strained. Her pained expression told me things hadn’t been smooth these past few months, and were still strained.

“Well don’t worry. The wedding is still several months away.” I tried to sound encouraging but deep down I wasn’t sure how this would all get cleared up. Taryn had made a mess, and it had created a rift not just between the Quinn sisters, but between the Chaos Kings and the Stone Riders.

With a heavy pause between everyone, it was Wes who finally spoke up and broke the awkward silence. “Dinner?”

Killian made a sound of agreement and just like that, the conversation had transitioned but the unease in my stomach remained. I hoped this would smooth out before Christmas…I mean it had to, Royce and Taryn were best friends…but would that be enough?